MYP/DP German Teacher

Subject teachers are central to the effective implementation of the School’s Mission and Vision. The role requires a holistic understanding of the needs of students, both academically and pastorally. Teachers are expected to work collaboratively in teams. 

Skills and Qualifications

• Native German speaker preferably 

• Qualified German degree (Master’s preferred)

• Recognized teaching qualification in home country

• Two years minimum experience 

• Experience in teaching IB MYP German Language and Literature and/or IB DP German (A and/or B)

• Commitment to ongoing IB and other professional development

• Willingness to develop and promote a growing school, staff, and student body

• Able to provide evidence of differentiated and scaffolded curriculum/lessons

• Experience in an international school context is essential

• Commitment to diversity and inclusion in addition to adapting and developing pedagogy

• Sense of humor! 

Specific Responsibilities

Area 1: Planning and Preparation

The teacher is expected to: 

• Demonstrate knowledge of subject area content. 

• Demonstrate effective use of available materials and resources, including technology.

• Plan effective lessons, units, and differentiation to meet individual students’ needs. 

• Construct learning experiences that challenge students, support the diversity of learners in each classroom, and demonstrate a strong commitment to concept-based teaching and learning.

• Plan collaboratively for student learning.

Area 2: Teaching, Learning, and Assessing

The teacher is expected to: 

• Deliver curriculum relevant to age and subject, using a range and balance of teaching strategies. 

• Ensure consistent high expectations for academic achievement, building on students’ previous knowledge and experience.

• Embed IB approaches to teaching in classroom practice in order to facilitate inquiry based, concept driven units and lessons. 

• Develop strategies that will actively promote the IB Learner Profile.

• Use a range of appropriate assessment tools and reporting methods to gauge student progress. 

• Provide regular, prompt, clear, and constructive feedback to support and improve student learning. 

• Address the needs of students who are not proficient in the language of instruction.

• Encourage students to actively participate in their own learning. 

• Engage students in becoming creative and critical thinkers. 

• Provide students with regular opportunities for reflection on their learning.

• Use a range of formative and summative assessment strategies to inform and modify teaching and learning. 

• Display qualities such as patience, empathy, interest, and concern for students. 

Area 3: Learning Environment

The teacher is expected to: 

• Provide students with a safe, supportive, and stimulating learning environment.

• Collaborate and work constructively with all members of the school community.

• Demonstrate effective classroom management that shows an understanding of the academic, social and emotional dimensions of learning.

• Manage classroom procedures and routines.. 

• Use positive behavior management approaches.

• Recognize and prevent potential behavior problems.

Area 4: Professional Responsibilities

The teacher is expected to: 

• Reflect on the effectiveness of his/her teaching.

• Participate in team planning and collaboration. 

• Communicate effectively and clearly with all stakeholders. 

• Maintain professional and constructive relationships with parents, staff, and students. 

• Teachers should keep parents informed about the learning of their children, and be proactive in communication with parents.

• Keep up-to-date records using school platforms.

• Be proactive in keeping abreast of pedagogical developments that support student learning. 

• Contribute to the current and ongoing development of the school.

• Support the school in various capacities, including supervision duties on a rota basis, teach classes allocated by the School Principal, support students with the Personal Projects, Service as Action, Homeroom teacher, etc. 

• Demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development. 

• Attend pre-school year development meetings.

• Liaise with the learning support department in regard to students of academic concern and those students who may benefit from additional support.

• Highlight and communicate to the school counselor and/or Senior Leadership Team, when a student is considered to be at-risk.

• Communicate changes of individual students behaviour or welfare as needed.

General
The teacher is expected to: 

• Support community and school related activities in the promotion of school life. 

• Provide support for other activities or duties, as deemed appropriate by the School Principal, within the scope of responsibilities as a teacher. 

Employer Practices

To support the teacher in the fulfillment of the terms of this Job Description, Anton Bruckner International School will provide, within the limits of available resources: 

• A full induction program.

• Ongoing professional development opportunities related to the School’s mission, strategic plan, and vision. 

• Personal and professional support, as needed. 

• Equal opportunity in career progression.